Itlearn360
Occupational Therapists/Physical Therapists (OT/PT) - Candidate Pool (2025-2026)
Itlearn360, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Overview
Occupational Therapists/Physical Therapists (OT/PT) in the educational setting for Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) serve as related-service personnel to provide occupational therapy and physical therapy interventions that support students’ learning and participation in the educational environment. Job Title:
Occupational Therapists/Physical Therapists (OT/PT) - Candidate Pool (2025-2026) Requisition ID:
103138 Site:
Davis Center (0001) Organizational Unit:
Occupational, Physical Therapists (10000603) FTE:
Varied FTEs; 39 weeks (1.0 = full-time) Union:
Teachers (04) Position Type:
Teaching •
Salary Range:
$53,629 - $112,065 •
Benefits:
Dental, Health, Vision, Paid time off, HSA & FSA, Retirement plan Close Date:
11:59 PM on (See notes in posting) Resume and Cover Letter are mandatory to apply for any position. This is a candidate pool for the 2025-2026 school year TEACH IN MINNEAPOLIS Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) is accepting Occupational & Physical Therapist applications for the 2025-2026 school year. Apply to be considered. If you meet minimum qualifications, you may receive an invitation to participate in a screening interview. Candidates who pass screening will have an opportunity to apply for open positions at specific MPS schools as they become available this spring and summer. Position responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARY Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Physical Therapists (PTs) in the educational setting provide intervention services designed to enhance students’ potential for learning. They assist students in acquiring functional performance skills needed to participate in, and benefit from, the educational environment, and to help students function independently. Therapists work to improve, develop, restore, and/or maintain a child’s active participation, self-maintenance, work, and leisure/play in educational environments. Their role includes assessment and planning, goal development, implementation, and monitoring for students receiving special education. OT/PT are considered related-service personnel, as defined by state and federal law. Essential functions of these positions may include: Conducting appropriate evaluation procedures for students with special needs and communicating results/recommendations to educational staff and families verbally and through written reports. Providing re-evaluation of students focusing on areas of need at intervals determined to be educationally relevant. Participating in meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Participating in the development of Individual Education Plans, Individual Family Service Plans, or Individual Interagency Intervention Plans for children with special education needs. Completing documentation that is professional, efficient, and accountable and conforms to state and district policy. Providing direct and indirect occupational therapy to children in educational environments. Supervising Occupational Therapist Assistants/ Physical Therapy Assistants. Training and monitoring educational staff that carry out indirect therapy programs. Providing consultation to the educational system regarding student, professional, and system needs to achieve district goals. Collaborating with other school personnel and families regarding OT/PT and children's needs. Promoting OT/PT in the larger community. Traveling to and among schools or community sites to provide services. Lifting, transferring, and positioning children and equipment as necessary to provide OT/PT. Working within case manager systems where relevant. Maintaining and being accountable for therapy inventory and equipment used with students. Participating in professional growth activities and continuing education opportunities. Participating in third-party billing for eligible students. Acquiring knowledge of the goals of the Minneapolis Public School District Improvement Agenda and site/school goals; supporting and achieving those goals. Establishing developmentally appropriate instructional and behavioral expectations for students and for self, and communicating this information to students and their families. Facilitating positive interactions between students and teachers, peers, and other adults. Modeling learning and behavior consistent with expectations for students. Participating in ongoing and regular staff, team, and individual professional development. Collaborating with peers to develop, plan, and implement best practices based on students’ needs and abilities. Participating in site-based management and shared decision-making. Always prioritizing students’ needs and rights in educational decision-making. Having a working knowledge of Minnesota State Standards and District Graduation Requirements. The focus of these services may relate to a child’s: Activities of daily living. Classroom work and productive activities. Accommodations and/or adaptations. Play or leisure activities. Sensorimotor components of performance. Cognitive integration and cognitive components of performance. Psychosocial skills and psychological components of performance. Minimum Qualifications
Education, Training, and Experience Requirements Possession of a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or Doctorate in occupational therapy/physical therapy from a school accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association/ American Physical Therapy Association (AOTA/APTA). Minnesota State Licensure as an Occupational Therapist/ Physical Therapist. Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. Demonstrated continued professional development through course work, research, peer collaboration and/or job-embedded staff development. Working knowledge of the subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices, and strategies, as well as students’ learning styles and needs, both academic and affective. Preferred Qualifications
Previous work experience with children or in a school setting is beneficial. Prior successful experience in urban, multicultural education desirable. Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check. COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready. Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. Posting Notes: Occupational, Physical Therapists (10000603) | Davis Center (0001) | Teaching
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Occupational Therapists/Physical Therapists (OT/PT) in the educational setting for Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) serve as related-service personnel to provide occupational therapy and physical therapy interventions that support students’ learning and participation in the educational environment. Job Title:
Occupational Therapists/Physical Therapists (OT/PT) - Candidate Pool (2025-2026) Requisition ID:
103138 Site:
Davis Center (0001) Organizational Unit:
Occupational, Physical Therapists (10000603) FTE:
Varied FTEs; 39 weeks (1.0 = full-time) Union:
Teachers (04) Position Type:
Teaching •
Salary Range:
$53,629 - $112,065 •
Benefits:
Dental, Health, Vision, Paid time off, HSA & FSA, Retirement plan Close Date:
11:59 PM on (See notes in posting) Resume and Cover Letter are mandatory to apply for any position. This is a candidate pool for the 2025-2026 school year TEACH IN MINNEAPOLIS Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) is accepting Occupational & Physical Therapist applications for the 2025-2026 school year. Apply to be considered. If you meet minimum qualifications, you may receive an invitation to participate in a screening interview. Candidates who pass screening will have an opportunity to apply for open positions at specific MPS schools as they become available this spring and summer. Position responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARY Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Physical Therapists (PTs) in the educational setting provide intervention services designed to enhance students’ potential for learning. They assist students in acquiring functional performance skills needed to participate in, and benefit from, the educational environment, and to help students function independently. Therapists work to improve, develop, restore, and/or maintain a child’s active participation, self-maintenance, work, and leisure/play in educational environments. Their role includes assessment and planning, goal development, implementation, and monitoring for students receiving special education. OT/PT are considered related-service personnel, as defined by state and federal law. Essential functions of these positions may include: Conducting appropriate evaluation procedures for students with special needs and communicating results/recommendations to educational staff and families verbally and through written reports. Providing re-evaluation of students focusing on areas of need at intervals determined to be educationally relevant. Participating in meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Participating in the development of Individual Education Plans, Individual Family Service Plans, or Individual Interagency Intervention Plans for children with special education needs. Completing documentation that is professional, efficient, and accountable and conforms to state and district policy. Providing direct and indirect occupational therapy to children in educational environments. Supervising Occupational Therapist Assistants/ Physical Therapy Assistants. Training and monitoring educational staff that carry out indirect therapy programs. Providing consultation to the educational system regarding student, professional, and system needs to achieve district goals. Collaborating with other school personnel and families regarding OT/PT and children's needs. Promoting OT/PT in the larger community. Traveling to and among schools or community sites to provide services. Lifting, transferring, and positioning children and equipment as necessary to provide OT/PT. Working within case manager systems where relevant. Maintaining and being accountable for therapy inventory and equipment used with students. Participating in professional growth activities and continuing education opportunities. Participating in third-party billing for eligible students. Acquiring knowledge of the goals of the Minneapolis Public School District Improvement Agenda and site/school goals; supporting and achieving those goals. Establishing developmentally appropriate instructional and behavioral expectations for students and for self, and communicating this information to students and their families. Facilitating positive interactions between students and teachers, peers, and other adults. Modeling learning and behavior consistent with expectations for students. Participating in ongoing and regular staff, team, and individual professional development. Collaborating with peers to develop, plan, and implement best practices based on students’ needs and abilities. Participating in site-based management and shared decision-making. Always prioritizing students’ needs and rights in educational decision-making. Having a working knowledge of Minnesota State Standards and District Graduation Requirements. The focus of these services may relate to a child’s: Activities of daily living. Classroom work and productive activities. Accommodations and/or adaptations. Play or leisure activities. Sensorimotor components of performance. Cognitive integration and cognitive components of performance. Psychosocial skills and psychological components of performance. Minimum Qualifications
Education, Training, and Experience Requirements Possession of a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or Doctorate in occupational therapy/physical therapy from a school accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association/ American Physical Therapy Association (AOTA/APTA). Minnesota State Licensure as an Occupational Therapist/ Physical Therapist. Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. Demonstrated continued professional development through course work, research, peer collaboration and/or job-embedded staff development. Working knowledge of the subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices, and strategies, as well as students’ learning styles and needs, both academic and affective. Preferred Qualifications
Previous work experience with children or in a school setting is beneficial. Prior successful experience in urban, multicultural education desirable. Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check. COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready. Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. Posting Notes: Occupational, Physical Therapists (10000603) | Davis Center (0001) | Teaching
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